Islamabad: Pakistan and the United Kingdom have agreed to enhance their collaboration in several key areas, including counterterrorism, anti-narcotics, and cybercrime. This development came during a meeting in Islamabad between Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and British Minister of State for Security Dan Jarvis.

According to Radio Pakistan, both parties have decided to expedite the finalization of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on anti-narcotics cooperation, which will enable full operational collaboration between the UK’s National Crime Agency and Pakistan’s Anti-Narcotics Force. The agreement also includes plans to hold a meeting of a working group established between their respective interior ministries.

During the discussions, Minister Naqvi highlighted Pakistan’s efforts in thwarting 330 narcotics smuggling cases to the UK in recent years. He also recognized the UPSCALE Project for its role in enhancing the capabilities of Pakistani institutions. Meanwhile, Minister Jarvis commended the Federal Investigation Agency’s efforts in controlling illegal immigration and emphasized the need for international cooperation in tackling cybercrime. He also acknowledged Pakistan’s sacrifices in the fight against terrorism, emphasizing a mutual desire to expand cooperation in these areas.